East Meets West Hunt

Beau Martonik is joined by Bryan Hale of Elk County Outfitters. They discuss everything you need to know about applying for elk tags in Pennsylvania, what units to consider, different seasons, and everything in between. A blog post is available on eastmeetswesthunt.com to walk you through the process. Topics: 00:00 - Intro - PRIME REVEX 2 BOW GIVEAWAY 09:50 - Elk County Outfitters 13:30 - PA Elk Application process 24:53 - What’s different than Western states 29:38 - The actual app process breakdown 40:50 - How to pick a PA elk zone 47:55 - Keep applying 48:40 - Youth hunters are impressive/ Drawing on the first try 54:21 - You don’t need to hire an outfitter - DIY Elk Hunting 56:40 - Pressure on elk 01:01:41 - PA record bull elk 01:05:51 - PA elk range 01:09:25 - Conservation tags and where the money goes 01:14:48 - The hunters who buy the conservation tags Note** timestamps might be off by roughly 4 minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @elkcountyoutfitters Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by New Jersey native and hunter, Paul Putera. Paul has a wealth of knowledge hunting the big woods, mountains, swamps, and everywhere in between in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Ohio, and other places. This is part 2 of 2, where they discuss details around different browse, forbs, all day sits in early season, buck bedding tactics, and the thermal advantage. Topics: 00:00 - Intro 07:08 - Mock scrapes 11:22 - Bigger bucks hang out down in the bottoms/swamps 22:01 - All day sits in early season 23:34 - Acorns and paying attention to other plants 30:23 - Time of year dependent spot selection, tactics and efficiency 35:52 - How high up should you get in the tree? 38:42 - Hunting around the bedding 41:33 - Using thermals to your advantage 47:57 - Blowing out deer can be a good thing 51:05 - A buck story from Paul Note** timestamps might be off by roughly 4 minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @wearehuntr Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau Martonik is joined by New Jersey native and hunter, Paul Putera. Paul has a wealth of knowledge hunting the big woods, mountains, swamps, and everywhere in between in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Ohio, and other places. They discuss the types of habitat that Paul prefers hunting, mature buck bedding, access, knowing when to stop when looking at sign, reading rubs and tracks, and much more. This is part 1 of 2. Topics: 00:00 - Intro 08:24 - Paul’s background 14:21 - Bears affecting the deer movement 16:59 - Types of areas Paul likes to hunt 22:28 - Bedding habitat, clear-cutting, and burns 29:00 - Variables, accessing hunting locations, and bumping deer 35:00 - Deer sign: How do you know when to stop? 38:33 - Still hunting 50:23 - Using tracks to collect intel 56:26 - Reading rubs Note** timestamps might be off by roughly 4 minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @wearehuntr Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beau is joined by Jared Prusia of the HUNTR Podcast and Whitetail Properties. They discuss the controversial inner workings of advertising in the hunting industry, purposely hunting “big buck states,” Jared’s first experience hunting the big woods of Pennsylvania with Steve Sherk, and much more. Topics: 00:00:00 - Intro 00:07:08 - The HUNTR Podcast 00:09:22 - Prioritizing your time when you’re in the “outdoor industry” with podcasting 00:11:30 - A different approach to podcasting 00:12:20 - Finding genuine brand partners in the industry 00:19:49 - Staying true to yourself and your message 00:25:52 - This generation can see through advertising 00:33:32 - The downfalls of “TikTok” communication 00:38:17 - The importance of sharing your opinion 00:42:03- Staying open to new and different ideas 00:44:36 - The importance of free speech 00:46:12 - Jared’s background 00:56:53 - Being content with where you are in your hunting career 01:03:40 - Stats of hunters who kill mature deer 01:06:25 - Every hunter has different opportunities 01:12:20 - Being content with what you have vs. working hard for it 01:20:25 - Making sacrifices 01:25:31 - Beau’s Flow 01:30:39 - Jared hunting the big woods 01:39:13 - Big woods comparisons 01:43:33- Benefits of big woods 01:50:18 - END Note** timestamps might be off by roughly 4 minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @wearehuntr Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, Beau is joined by Randy Newberg of Fresh Tracks TV and Hunt Talk Radio. Randy is a hunter and the voice of public land hunters in America. They discuss the importance of outdoor education, deer camp traditions, how western hunting has changed over the years, keys to success rifle hunting elk, and how you can improve land access. Topics: 07:56 - Outdoor Class 18:05 - Deer camp traditions 22:48 - What made Randy Newberg move out west? 24:55 - Key differences: rifle vs archery elk hunting 25:24 - Five calendar periods for elk 28:29 - Elk sanctuaries 40:50 - New expensive gear is overrated 45:12 - How the hunting has changed in the west since the early 90s 53:42 - Whitetail hunters in the elk woods: the good and bad 59:12 - Hunting access and feeling crowded Note** timestamps might be off by roughly 4 minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @randynewberghunter @outdoorclass Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, Beau is joined by Jake Hofer of Exodus Outdoor Gear and The Land Podcast. We discuss everything surrounding buying or building a deer camp, financing your dream hunting property, common misconceptions about buying property, making your property pay for itself, and much more! Topics: 00:07:27 - Time flies by 00:10:48 - Going full-time with East Meets West Hunt and being self-employed 00:11:55 - Getting a real estate license 00:14:35 - Jake’s background 00:15:39 - Similarities of real estate and deer hunting 00:18:00 - The dream of owning your own property or deer camp 00:21:59 - Finding the right lender 00:22:25 - Find a small bank 00:32:48 - What you could do to make money on a hunting property 00:40:05 - Hard work yields results 00:41:15 - Creative ways to maximize financing 00:50:36 - Being around the right people pays off 00:53:57 - How Jake bought two farms in one week 00:57:49 - Income properties and hunting parallels 01:03:37 - Two streams of revenue can help stabilize you 01:09:49 - Jake’s college mixup 01:11:19 - Get scrappy with it 01:14:46 - Believe you can do it and put in work 01:19:24 - You won't regret buying land 01:22:14 - New Exodus trail camera release 01:30:20 - Where you can find Jake and Exodus Note** timestamps might be off by roughly 4 minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @jakehofer @exodusoutdoorgear Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, Beau is joined by Clint Casper of CC Hunt Files and Working Class Bowhunter. Clint is a hard-charging, stone-cold killer from the whitetail woods to the western mountains. They discuss the origin of the podcast, getting into western hunting, challenges with learning to hunt the backcountry, how to be the best hunting partner and much more. Topics: 00:00 Intro 08:22 - when Clint was almost an East Meets West podcast co-host 28:14 - Struggles, sacrifices, and finances 40:10 - Clint’s first western hunt and why mountain lion hunting was the HARDEST 51:53 - Mental gymnastics and the story of the only hunt Clint has left early 01:06:37 - How do you stay mentally in the game the whole time? 01:12:18- How to BE a great hunting partner 01:34:06 - Clint’s plans for this fall 01:45:24 - Working Class Bowhunter Note** timestamps might be off by roughly 4 minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @casperclint @cchuntfiles Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason Redd and Jordan Hotchkiss of Timber Ninja Outdoors just returned from an out-of-state turkey hunt where they used a boat to get back into some rugged country. They discuss their tactics to get to these remote turkeys, what it takes to be successful on these mountain birds, sketchy access, camping logistics, and much more. Topics: 00:08:01 - Jordan’s background 00:11:09 - Deer mounts and man caves 00:13:40 - Turkey season updates 00:15:16 - Using boats for access to undisturbed turkeys 00:30:12 - Locating turkeys in the mountains 00:40:07 - Truck camping setup 00:44:26 - Sketchy access points 00:47:48 - Turkey hunting competition 00:58:13 - The team aspect and experience over the importance of the kill 01:03:41 - A Turkey’s vision 01:06:53 - Slowly click the safety off! 01:07:33 - Stiff recoil 01:10:06 - Frank’s Turkey Calls - Beau’s grandpa’s turkey calls 01:12:58 - Turkey hunting gear 01:14:15 - Staying hydrated 01:17:54 - Jordan’s turkey success 01:22:29 - Closing Note** timestamps might be off by roughly 4 minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @timberninjaoutdoors Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Derek Malcore of Okayest Hunter spends a lot of time hunting the cedar swamps and big woods of Northern Wisconsin. They discuss finding edges within monotonous landscapes, cedar swamps, the importance of rubs, 2 things all successful hunters have in common, and much more. Topics: 06:26 What is Okayest Hunter? 10:52 Derek's background and Wisconsin culture 15:32 Communicating and teaching info to other hunters 18:59 Cedar swamps and flat forests 37:27 Favorite time of year to hunt in Derek's area 39:45 Deer density and wolves 46:34 Quality of deer in Northern Wisconsin 50:12 MN and WI regions correlated to buck quality 53:57 Old trail cameras 56:53 Grunting and lessons learned 01:00:37 Dragging deer out 01:08:48 Time in the woods, learning, and success 01:18:29 Rub clusters 01:22:33 Current trail camera strategies 01:31:31 Do you really ever know what the deer are doing? Note** timestamps might be off by roughly 4 minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @okayest_hunter @thegreatartdoors Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, Beau is joined by Johnny Stewart. Johnny thinks outside the box when hunting mature bucks and has successfully done so all over the U.S., from the mountains to farm country. They discuss the Mountain Bucks Scouting Camp, scouting differently in pressured areas, reading deer sign based on the area, and finding a mature buck’s safe zone. Topics: 00:00 Intro 06:40 Mountain buck scouting camp 10:48 Different perspectives at camp 18:18 Scouting steps after locating scrapes 27:58 Understanding varying degrees of deer sign 34:45 Gathering information on public land 39:27 Scent control thoughts 44:45 Cover, safe zones, and E-scouting 52:06 Finding bucks in areas where humans are not 54:57 Taking note of other hunter sign and pressure 01:01:02 Confidence, decision making, and getting in your own head 01:06:53 Being smart with your time during hunting season 01:18:14 Learning from the deer with time spent in the woods 01:25:29 Johnny's whitetail scouting coaching and consulting Note** timestamps might be off by roughly 4 minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thejohnnystewart Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, Bill Thompson, founder of Spartan Forge, joins Beau. We discuss Bill’s background and how his former career in the Army led to the idea behind Spartan Forge. We spend a lot of time talking about the new LiDAR and Blue Force Tracker features, how to use them in your scouting and hunting efforts, and much more. Topics: 00:00:00 Intro 00:05:30 - Mountain Buck Scouting Camp 00:06:45 - Beau’s Dad’s Eye Candy 00:08:11 - Hunter’s Safety 00:09:53 - Don’t use Google 00:13:51 - Bill’s background 00:18:30 - Character traits of strong leaders 00:25:33 - The problem with flawed leadership and education system 00:27:17 - Career after the military 00:28:46 - The genesis of Spartan Forge 00:40:27 - The minds behind Spartan Forge testing 00:42:14 - “You don’t want to build a mapping app” 00:44:11 - Traits of successful people 00:46:55 - “Fail quickly” 00:49:27 - Figure it out as you go 00:52:24 - Spartan Forge was created to maximize time 00:57:01 - Human instincts 01:05:34 - Midwest hunting vs mountain buck hunting 01:20:34 - How an app runs smoothly 01:24:30 - LIDAR Mapping 01:29:37 - What digital scouting can really do for you 01:34:44 - “Where” Feature 01:37:52 - How tech can assist you in being successful 01:41:36 - The camaraderie aspect 01:54:01 - Blue Force Tracker Feature 02:05:47 - Spartan Forge x Eastmans Tag Hub Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @billthompsonsft @spartan.forge Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w The Untamed - https://www.youtube.com/@TheUntamedHunt Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today’s episode, Beau is joined by Brett Joy of Just Hunt Club to discuss his quest for the single-season northeast turkey slam. They talk about the turkey populations, different landscapes, trends between the states, and some deep discussions about hunting ethics. Topics: 01:11 Turkey Fanatic intro: Turkey vs Deer discussion 10:40 Brett's northeast turkey slam 17:40 Turkey season timeframes 19:51 Late season 22:46 Northeast diverse landscapes 27:37 State-specific breakdowns: how to decide where to go 43:58 Hunting turkey on hill country terrain 45:36 Turkey populations in the northeast 01:01:40 State regulations for populations 01:10:55 Future of hunting and challenges of access Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @justhuntclub @brettjoy22 Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w The Untamed - https://www.youtube.com/@TheUntamedHunt Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Josh Ilderton of The Untamed after spring scouting in the steep mountains and coal country of the bowhunting-only counties in southern West Virginia. Josh is an incredible spot and stalk ground hunter who consistently gets it done in the mountains. We talk about hunting the terrain, scouting, Josh’s epic 2022 deer season, and go down some other rabbit holes about what we look for in hunting experiences. Topics: 00:17 - INTRO 05:10 - West Virginia Rut Trip and Future Redemption 07:38 - Whitetail Hunting Vs Mule Deer 08:57 - Beau and Josh Hunting Together 11:21 - Hunting elevation 15:34 - Hunting thermals 19:39 - Terrain-based setups 29:36 - "Layin' In There" 34:05 - New Areas and Trail Cams 38:34 - Josh's 2022 Season and Mountain Foods Plots 41:52 - Buck story - It's difficult to kill mature deer in WV 53:26 - Target deer living right under your nose 01:00:45 - Killing and cooking deer - Do they get you fired up? 01:04:00 - Scales of shooting deer 01:08:05 - Kids hunting and building expectations 01:16:56 - Missing good ones and growing from it 01:24:17 - Bed bug, subpar conditions, and getting on a buck 01:28:10 - Having to self film 01:36:30 - The buck down phone call 01:40:48 - Sharing success with others 01:44:14 - Closing Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @theuntamed @joshilderton Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w The Untamed - https://www.youtube.com/@TheUntamedHunt Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Adam Grenda. Adam is a father, entrepreneur, bush pilot, moose fanatic, and trapper currently residing in Alaska. They discuss what it means to be an entrepreneur, flying planes into remote places, obsession with moose, the importance of trapping, and much more. Adam is a part of the Stuck N The Rut Youtube channel, where you can watch some of his hunts. Topics: 0:00 - INTRO 06:55 - Quitting your job and going full time 10:04 - Having to ask permission to go hunting 11:11 - What Adam does, what his wife does, and what he did to to leave his job 13:26 - Being an entrepreneur is hard work, but means freedom 16:47 - Where Adam grew up and his origin story 24:17 - It’s hard work, but you can do it 26:59 - Moose hunting and how difficult it is to hunt Alaska 40:00 - Bear problems and sidearms 50:20 - Hunting with people who elevate you 56:59 - The importance of a tough mindset in hunting 58:15 - Trapping in Alaska 01:00:04 - The weather factor 01:01:52 - The fur market and trapping 01:09:34 - Moose numbers and hunting consultation 01:14:00 - Getting meat home 01:15:28 - Using airlines miles to hunt Alaska 01:17:35 - Closing 01:18:38 - OUTRO Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @grenda89 Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Stuck N The Rut - https://www.youtube.com/@Stuckntherut1 Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Curtis Zabel of Behind the Bow. Curtis has been making hunting videos on YouTube for a long-time now, and the production level and storytelling are next level. He hunts public land in Wisconsin, Iowa, and Minnesota. We discuss what it’s like hunting in these areas, how to become disciplined, spring scouting techniques, hunting stories, and much more. Topics: 00:16 - INTRO 10:09 - Getting the start 12:08 - Behind the Bow Productions and production quality in the hunting space 14:24 - Self-filming hunts 18:34 - The “not so perfect” struggles of hunting 20:45 - Boots on the ground scouting and MAKING time 25:07 - The “75 Hard” program and discipline 33:45 - Hard work, being an entrepreneur, and clean eating 38:40 - Heavy packs, lightweight gear, and getting into overlooked locations 45:33 - Public land hunting access and pressure 48:46 - Making scouting notes 55:09 - Hunting specific bucks and buck beds 01:04:43 - Deer density and sign 01:11:34 - “Feeling” big deer 01:15:52- Learning an area, squirrel hunters, and hunter etiquette 01:19:23 - Shed hunting and luck 01:25:10 - Hunting different states and setting up for success 01:28:30 - Focusing on specific areas VS jumping around to best spots 01:32:47 - Target bucks getting killed and disappearing 01:36:30 - Neighbors and local intel 01:39:06 - Too much information 01:39:42 - Closing Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @_behindthebow_ Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Behind the Bow - https://www.youtube.com/@behindthebow Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Tim Bunao. Tim is originally from Pennsylvania but now resides in the great state of Montana. They discuss how the two met, BMX, how western hunting changed Tim’s life, learning to hunt mountain bucks, Montana public land whitetail hunting, improving your shot process under pressure, and much more. Topics: 00:00 Intro 04:09 Meeting through Train to Hunt 14:50 How BMX translated to hunting 26:42 Transitioning back to hunting 30:39 The White Oak Buck 31:39 Finding the Hunting Beast and western hunting 33:28 How western hunting changed Tim’s life 39:22 Going deeper to find mature mountain bucks 43:24 How to learn from your mistakes through journaling 46:42 The Three-Year Strategy for hunting a new area 48:09 Living the east meets west lifestyle - Moving to Montana 52:49 Leveraging hunting partner strengths 59:39 Public land Montana Whitetail hunting 01:02:56 Shed hunting in Montana for whitetails 01:06:29 Finding the transition lines in the river bottoms 01:10:09 Where bucks in bed in the river bottoms 01:13:49 Different landscapes that you can hunt whitetails in Montana 01:15:29 Should you be allowed to hunt with a rifle during the rut? 01:17:21 How Tim has improved his shot under pressure 01:32:09 Staying present in the moment of the shot 01:34:19 Future hunting plans and goals Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @timbunao Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by John Barklow of Sitka Gear and Knowledge from Storms. John has dedicated his life to survival, from backcountry hunting to training Navy Special Warfare in Kodiak, AK, and most recently, the Big Game Product Manager for Sitka Gear. They discuss the importance and intricacies of building skills and plans to ensure that you have a safe and successful hunt. Topics: 00:00 Intro 10:24 Outdoor Class - Backcountry Mission Planning - Use Code BEAU to save 20% of the course 17:05 “Hey Beau, this is Randy Newberg” 20:02 Modern Day Hunter Mentorship 24:50 The importance of planning your hunts 32:15 Building the necessary skills to last on a hunt 36:13 Don’t forget your rain pants 39:32 Unforced errors leading to bad experiences 46:05 Planning is just as important for big woods whitetail hunting 51:27 What if weighs a lot 55:57 Having patience and building skills over a lifetime 01:01:27 Challenges with early season, hot weather hunts 01:07:19 Water filtration methods and finding water in the backcountry Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @jbarklow Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by his cousin Mason Martonik. Mason has filled his tag on 4 public land big woods bucks in Pennsylvania over 140” in the last 5 years. They discuss the mindset that goes along with hunting one deer, the crazy story of his 2022 PA buck, his first elk in Montana, and listener questions surrounding hunting a specific buck. Topics: 00:00 Intro 04:55 Feeling like everyone has found all the shed antlers 07:49 Locating a young stud 10:51 How important is it to find a buck’s shed 16:07 Mason’s scouting regimen 19:16 Homebody buck 20:36 Montana Solo Archery Elk hunt - Mason’s first elk 26:36 Making the most of limited time 29:25 Doing something “different” to get a shot at the big 10 in late October 36:08 Week long track 39:57 The AHA moment of locating his core area in October 44:41 Second chances 52:28 You have to be where the bucks are 54:53 Using non-cell trail cameras to locate these particular bucks 56:27 How much time should you give an area before moving on 01:01:07 Relying on gut feeling and past experience 01:07:51 How mule deer hunting in open country has helped Mason understand how big whitetails move 01:12:08 Scouting big bucks is more fun than hunting big bucks 01:15:09 Learning from everyone Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Steve Sherk of Sherk’s Guide Service. Steve is a guide on public land in the mountains of Pennsylvania and spends more time in the woods than just about anyone. They discuss Steve’s trail camera data from the 2022 deer season compared to Beau and Joe’s cameras, totaling 250+ cameras in the big woods. Topics: 00:00 Intro 04:08 Mild Winter 11:08 A tough 2022 Deer season 13:06 Parameters for Trail camera data collection 19:33 Focusing on the right days to hunt 25:23 First half of October 28:33 Food source impact on deer movement 30:56 Middle of October daylight mature buck movement 34:00 Late October and early November 39:18 Second and Third Weeks of November 45:36 Comparison to 2020 season with hot weather 47:54 Gun season 49:23 Where are we placing our trail cameras 51:13 Test Camera locations 56:05 How the camera data is affecting off-season scouting Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @sherksguideservice Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Chris Weist. In the last few years, Chris has left his home in Pennsylvania to try his hand at public lands in Maryland and Ohio. Last season, Chris brought home 4 bucks between the 3 states using different tactics for each. They break down these tactics based on his stories from a memorable season. Topics: 00:00 Intro 03:18 Chris’ Background 09:13 Branching out hunting Maryland and Ohio 12:36 Scouting Maryland public land for early season 16:17 Finding where the deer bed outside of the clearcut 20:03 Hunting the off-wind 21:12 Finding the right access to hunt the feed tree 25:31 Locating the Right White Oak Tree to Hunt 28:19 Patterning bucks in September 32:42 5 years of trail camera data learning where bucks like to bed in Pennsylvania 34:54 Locating this buck’s specific bed 38:00 How Chris killed this PA Mountain buck near his bed 43:28 Three-year strategy to breaking down a piece of land 46:08 Spending 22 days in Ohio 53:28 Setup above or below the trail? 56:06 How hunting with a traditional bow changes your setups 57:29 Gun season double in Ohio 01:02:11 Still-hunting ridges in Maryland 01:05:56 Recapping the 4 tactics used for 4 different bucks in one year 01:08:13 Spring scouting and historical data Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @unleash_the_weist Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Jason Redd of Timber Ninja. This episode is focused on sharing Beau’s involvement with Timber Ninja, entrepreneurship, the company's history, being made in the USA, why not all carbon fiber is the same, all the new products being released this year, and much more! Topics: 00:00 Intro 02:26 Jason Redd of Timber Ninja 07:26 My involvement with Timber Ninja 16:36 Building a dynamic team 18:26 Learning to become an entrepreneur 28:46 History of Timber Ninja 37:31 Testing that went into the new Timber Ninja saddles 39:29 Made in the USA and safety standards 46:04 Carbon fiber vs. aluminum - why not all carbon fiber is the same 52:06 Innovation built into tree saddles 56:14 Timber Ninja Nano - lightest single-panel saddle on the market 01:00:56 Side pouches and lumbar pouch 01:03:46 What type of hunter is the Nano built for? 01:09:51 Timber Ninja Ultimate - two-panel fully featured saddle 01:17:45 Timber Ninja Uni Pack system 01:22:06 Carbon Fiber Lightweight Tree Stand 01:26:20 Carbon fiber and aluminum saddle platforms 01:28:26 Nomad Carbon fiber camera arm 01:35:17 When will the new Timber Ninja products be available for purchase 01:39:46 Timber Ninja’s Mountain Bucks Scouting Workshop Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @timberninjaoutdoors Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ https://timberninjaoutdoors.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Clint Campbell, host of the Truth From the Stand Deer Hunting Podcast. They discuss the importance of challenging yourself, consistent skills to work on, what’s worked (and hasn’t worked) in mobile hunting gear for whitetail hunting, and much more! Topics: 00:00 Intro 05:08 Catching up with Clint Campbell 11:08 Jiu-Jitsu - the importance of challenging yourself 21:38 Focusing on the little things and doing them consistently 30:04 Timber Ninja Carbon Fiber Camera Arm - Lightest and quietest camera tree arm 36:38 TESA tape - sound dampening techniques 37:58 Solutions for your bino harness rubbing on your saddle bridge - Rick Young harness, Sitka Mountain Optics Harness 45:15 Maven B.3 8x30 binoculars vs. Maven B.1 10x42 - which are the best binoculars for deer hunting? 48:32 Streamlining your pack and gear 51:06 Sitka Ambient Hoody 55:13 Minimalist packs vs. Meat hauling packs 58:53 Spartan Forge slope angle feature 01:08:52 Reverse engineering e-scouting 01:11:38 DIY Travel Trailer for Hunting 01:16:45 Cell Extenders and Mobile WiFi to work on the road 01:21:38 Prioritizing what’s important to you Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @truthfromthestand Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by AJ Iaquinta, Knights of the Apex. AJ runs the Bow Nerds podcast, is a talented photographer, and is obsessed with archery and gear. They discuss the essential tools and skills needed to build your home bow shop on a budget. You can find the blog post with the gear discussed at eastmeetswesthunt.com Topics: 00:00 Intro 03:35 Knights of the Apex 08:15 Importance of archery pro shops 12:00 Fletching and cutting your own arrows 18:43 Arrow tuning 23:35 3 or 4 fletch hunting arrows pros and cons 29:55 Bow presses, draw boards, and accessories 37:55 Tying in a d-loop properly 47:05 Bow Vises 53:35 Other small essential tools and 3rd axis adjustment 01:06:05 Choosing the right bow for you 01:10:19 Dialed Arxos sight 01:18:50 Setting Hunting Goals for YOU Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @knightsoftheapex Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Pennsylvania hunter Jake Belinda. Jake is a former professional baseball player and is a content creator/videographer in the hunting industry. They discuss Jake’s journey into making a living in the hunting industry, breaking down hunting big timber cuts, areas with a bunch of mountain laurel, and late-season success on public land in Ohio. Topics: 00:00 Intro 11:20 Jake’s background 14:38 Getting into photography and filming hunts 20:55 Tracking an old New York mountain buck 24:53 When deer like to eat ferns 30:04 Breaking down hunting big clear-cuts 36:20 Finding a buck’s core area 44:44 Interior openings in timber cuts 48:10 Creating hunt plans to help you make decisions on where to hunt 54:20 Balance of Finding New Areas vs. Returning to Historical Spots 56:40 How to hunt areas with mountain laurel 01:02:17 Late Season food sources and shed hunting spots in big woods 01:06:28 Success on a big public land mountain buck during Ohio’s January muzzleloader season 01:14:20 How to find out where the acorn crop will be during the summer 01:27:50 Manifesting your goals and keeping a positive attitude 01:32:15 Importance of keeping the deer camp tradition alive Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @jakebelinda @thevoidhunt Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Troy Pottenger. Troy has been on the podcast many times over the years, but this one is special as we break down his 2022 season in Idaho and Washington hunting next-level mountain bucks. Topics: 00:00 Intro - Mountain Bucks Scouting Camp Info 10:00 Troy Pottenger’s 2022 Whitetail Season 16:10 What You Need in a Hunting Rig Setup for the Mountains 24:50 Why this cluster of community scrapes is good all year 38:45 Hunting tight to buck and doe bedding 44:07 Bully bucks 49:57 When to strike using historical and real-time data 54:30 Over-marking the scrape 58:56 Backtracking bucks to find where they bed 01:06:20 Patterning bucks on a scrape 01:13:20 Closing the deal on a Washington booner whitetail buck 01:19:20 Analyzing the shot and blood trailing 01:32:55 Different methods for getting a deer out of the woods 01:38:25 Dead silent, cold-weather clothing for bowhunting 01:41:46 See Troy’s giant buck on the video podcast! 01:44:50 Troy’s target buck for next year in Idaho 01:54:36 Importance of having backup hunting spots 02:06:50 Troy’s Mountain Bucks Boot Camp Note** timestamps might be off by a few minutes on the audio version due to ad length changes Resources: GoWild: Beau Martonik (East Meets West Hunt) Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @mtn_man33 Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Outdoor’s International Hunting Consultant, Kyle Hanson. Kyle and Beau are hunting Alaska together this year and walk through the process of different types of hunts in Alaska, how to plan a hunt with the increased demand, where to start, and much more. Contact Kyle to talk about your dream hunts (319)-936-6917 and mention you heard about him on the EMW Podcast! Topics: 00:00 Intro 06:28 What is a hunting consultant? 11:19 2023 Kodiak Island Sitka Blacktail Deer Hunt 16:27 What it looks like planning a DIY Alaska hunt in 2023 31:30 Kyle’s first Alaska Moose Hunt 51:08 Where to start planning an Alaskan hunt 01:05:59 Benefits of going guided 01:12:38 Grizzly bear hunting and cancellation hunts Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @kylehansonoutdoors Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Partner Discounts and Affiliate Links: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/partners Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Tony Peterson of Meat Eater. Tony has proven himself over the years by being able to shoot deer all over the country on both public and private lands. Topics: Working your way up to big bucks Finding the concentration of deer Does are smarter than bucks Why you need to be more dialed in cold weather Shoot what YOU want Making deer hunting goals and expectations Late season food sources on public land Why swamps and other water sources are important late season Learning from blood trails Bowhunting setups with a muzzleloader Late season = less pressure Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @meateater Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Connor Brockhouse, Colbi Geis, and Ryan Haines. The guys met on a hunt with QuietKat in Illinois and sat down one afternoon to talk about spot and stalk deer hunting in the Dakotas, Wyoming, and Arizona. Topics: Whitetail hunting in South Dakota, Texas, and Oklahoma Big spot and stalk velvet whitetail in South Dakota Finding a giant 198” Wyoming plains mule deer buck Glassing tactics for the morning, midday, and evening When to be passive and when to be aggressive Arizona OTC mule deer hunting in January Using bow-mounted stalker decoys Utilizing the Quiet Kat electric bike for different hunting styles Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @chasingthewildofficial @ryan.haines.oso Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Seek One (Lee Ellis, Drew Carroll, Thomas Clements), Johnny Stewart, and Michael Paladino to talk about their three days of hunting Pennsylvania public land during the firearms season. This is Lee and Drew’s first time hunting the big woods, and they discuss the art of deer drives, the buck scale, PA deer camp traditions, Lee’s first PA Buck, finding hidden honey holes for pressured bucks, Michael’s buck, and what you can learn from trying new things. Topics: A strategic approach to deer drives The buck scale PA Deer Camp Lee’s First Pennsylvania Buck Finding the hidden honey holes for pressured bucks Michael’s Buck What you can learn from trying new things Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @seek1productions @thejohnnystewart Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Maine resident and deer hunter Jamison Grady. In the last three years, Jamison has killed some giant Maine bucks by tracking in the snow, including a 172” mammoth big woods buck this past November. They discuss hunting in Maine, learning from signpost rubs, the story of his 2022 buck, how to read a track, where to start tracking, speed in which you track, off-season scouting, and much more. Topics: Hunting in Maine and heritage What you can learn from sign post rubs 2022 172” Big Woods Giant Maine Buck Last 3 years of success How to read a track Where to start with tracking Speed in which you track Off-season scouting and trail cameras Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @jimbobgrady Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is going solo to break down his successful season in the Pennsylvania big woods and a 4-day rut hunt in the southern West Virginia Appalachian Mountains. Topics: Covering ground looking for hot sign Warm weather during the first week of November Focusing on historical data on hunting a specific deer Last minute move to a different location that ended with filling my tag Water tank blowing Camera intel from October scouting trip Turn of events with big deer I was hunting Why I should’ve trusted my gut and sat a terrain funnel Passing on an opportunity at a 140”+ 10 point on the last day and why Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Jim Hole Jr. of Classic Outfitters and Chris Derrick of Sitka Gear. Chris and Beau spent the second week of November testing gear and hunting big deer in the Edmonton Bow Zone of Alberta with Jim. They discuss Jim’s “authentic” outfitting approach, airlines losing luggage, having your systems dialed, cold weather gear, stories from the week, and the iconic story of Jim’s #2 biggest typical buck in Alberta. Topics: No baiting, no trail cameras - just hunting Two different airlines losing our bows and luggage Having your system dialed Tweaks in your gear for cold weather Cold weather clothing layering system Our crazy hunting experiences in the bow zone The story of Jim’s iconic buck - #2 Biggest Typical Whitetail in Alberta Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @sitkagear Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Pennsylvania native, Torey Glenny of Glenny Blood Tracking and the rTrax YouTube channel. Torey spends a lot of time in the mountains of Pennsylvania hunting deer and bears. They discuss the best ways to get your deer or bear out of the woods, still-hunting bears in the Pennsylvania mountains, comparing gun hunting bears and bucks, blood tracking dogs, how long you should wait to track, and much more! Topics: Best ways to get your deer out of the woods Still-hunting black bears in the Pennsylvania mountains Comparison with gun hunting bears and bucks Blood tracking dogs to help you recover your deer How long should you wait to track Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @glenny_tracking Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Nathan Killen, Jason Redd, and Bill Thompson recorded during a recent Spartan Forge Instagram Live event. They discuss rut hunt updates, reading sign in different areas, best ways to get deer out of the woods, scent control, compound terrain features, and traditional bowhunting. Topics: Late October/early November rut hunt updates How the hot weather can affect your game plan Reading sign in different areas Best ways to get a deer out of the woods Scent control during the rut Compounding terrain features Traditional bowhunting Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @spartan.forge @timberninjaoutdoors @mtn_huntr Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Zach Ferenbaugh of The Hunting Public. Zach’s style of ground hunting whitetails is unique and effective. They discuss buck scrape cadences, buck behavior, condition-based hunt planning, sleeping in vs. getting into the tree before first light, setting up for wind shifts, and more! This is part 2 of 2. Topics: Buck scrape cadences and buck behavior Making a hunt plan based on conditions at hand Sleeping in vs. Getting into the tree before first light Setting up for wind shifts Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @zach_ferenbaugh @thehuntingpublic Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Zach Ferenbaugh of The Hunting Public. Zach’s style of ground hunting whitetails is unique and effective. They discuss overlooked hunting spots, identifying hot sign, how far to push, still-hunting on the ground, and realistic calling techniques that work even in highly pressured areas. This is part 1 of 2. Topics: Beau's Late October hunting update Overlooked hunting spots When looking for hot sign, how far is too far? Still-hunting on the ground Why you should always carry your bow when scouting Rattling, Grunting, and Bleating on Public Land Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @zach_ferenbaugh @thehuntingpublic Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Johnny Stewart, Mason Martonik, and his dad, Joe Martonik. These are some of the most accomplished big woods deer hunters during bow season, and the discussion is focused on the pre-rut/rut time frame. Specific topics include their favorite dates to hunt during the rut, barren does, perfect rut hunting setups, doe groups vs. funnels, logging cuts, 1 thing to help you better your odds during the rut, and much more. Part 2 of 2. Topics: Favorite dates to hunt during the rut Barren does Perfect rut hunting setups - find a doe group or sit funnels? Are clearcuts always the ticket? 1 thing to help you better your odds during the rut Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thejohnnystewart @masonmartonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Johnny Stewart, Mason Martonik, and his dad, Joe Martonik. These are some of the most accomplished big woods deer hunters during bow season, and the discussion is focused on the pre-rut/rut time frame. Specific topics include Johnny’s public land West Virginia buck hunt breakdown, what to do when you aren’t finding sign, late October strategies, the best time of the day for activity, top scrape locations to hunt, how to figure out where to hunt, having confidence in it, how much you should rely on trail cameras, and much more. Part 1 of 2. Topics: Johnny’s public land West Virginia buck hunt breakdown What to do when you aren’t finding sign Late October strategies Best time of the day for activity during pre-rut and rut Top scrape locations to hunt How do you know where to hunt and build confidence in it during the rut How much should you rely on trail cameras Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thejohnnystewart @masonmartonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined as a guest on the Fall podcast with Arron Bleise. This is a bonus episode that was repurposed from the Fall podcast to share with the EMW audience in regards to keeping your head in the game throughout the season, wind information, micro terrain features, October scrapes, weather fronts, gun season, mobile vs. staying put, and more! Topics: Keeping your head in the game throughout the season Wind in the face or to the back when moving Wind in the mountains vs. flat country Micro terrain features Mid-October scrapes Weather fronts Gun hunting the big woods October mornings Hunt the same spot or move often Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @thefallpodcast Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by podcast listener and Pennsylvania hunter, Shawn Nicholson. Shawn sent in a story for Mountain Buck Monday about a big Pennsylvania mountain buck he shot in 2020 that anyone can learn from. They discuss his biggest struggle learning to hunt the big woods, how archery has helped him in life, using logging cuts to find bucks, and closing the deal on a giant 10-point checking scrapes. Topics: Most significant struggle learning to hunt the big woods How archery has helped deal with life Using logging cuts to find bucks Closing the deal on a big 10 checking scrapes Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @nicholson724 @724outdoors Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is going solo to break down his recent hunt on some of the best private farm country in Illinois, followed by a scouting trip to the rugged mountains of southern West Virginia. Topics: Illinois - Quietkat Hunt Learning from someone with 25+ years of experience in hunting mature deer Green soybeans and acorns were hot food sources Snorting back and forth with a buck Finding water and a nice buck Southern West Virginia Scouting Trip Glass in the mornings and scout afternoon/evenings Day 1 consisted of walking different levels of ridges on the sides of valley fills looking for white oaks dropping Day 2 covered other points and dropped some cameras Day 3 found the holy grail spot with 4 ridges converging at one spot with a large community scrape Finding the does Why the southern West Virginia mountains are different than other areas in the Appalachian range Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Oklahoma deer hunter, Christian Bond. Christian continues to be successful year after year on giant bucks. They focus on topics surrounding barometric pressure, weather fronts, doe populations, aggressive rattling, still-hunting, and much more! Topics: How Christian built a life around being able to hunt often How vital is barometric pressure Post-weather fronts Doe population affecting rut activity Pressure vs. weather Aggressive rattling Still-hunting on the ground Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @bondchristian007 Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Andy May and Garrett Prahl (The DIY Sportsman). This recording came from a Spartan Forge Instagram Live event back in the summer but is relevant to the beginning of October. They discuss relocating bucks in the fall, how to hunt an area with too many acorns, following a specific buck through the whole season, using the journal feature in Spartan Forge, hunting off instinct vs. data, doe groups, and much more. Topics: Relocating bucks in the fall that you found during the summer How to hunt an area early season that’s covered in acorns How to follow a specific buck throughout the entire season Using the journaling feature in Spartan Forge Hunting off instinct vs. data Historical data with doe groups Hunting in high deer density areas early season Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @bowhuntingdad @diy_sportsman Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Diamondback Truck Covers - Diamondback makes the most rigid truck bed covers on the market for hunters, outdoorsmen, contractors, etc. I use the HD cover capable of holding up to 1,600 pounds on top of it and is impossible to break into. MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Justin Mueller in the backcountry of Montana to recap their 21-day archery elk hunt. This experience was filled with the highest of highs and lowest of lows. They discuss locating elk in the heat, Tim’s bull, being patiently aggressive, opportunity at a once-in-a-lifetime bull, weather-affected movement, a gear rundown, and much more. Topics: Locating elk in the heat Tim’s bull Getting in the middle of the herd Opportunity at a once-in-a-lifetime bull How weather affected elk bedding and movement Gear I loved and gear mistakes Foggy bull encounter Seek Outside Goshawk 4800 pack Miscellaneous gear rundown New East Meets West Deer Camp Apparel Collection Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @justinmuellerphotography Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by the Bowhunting Fiend, Greg Litzinger. Greg is well versed in hunting the big woods, mountains, swamps, farm country, and everything in between. They discuss Greg’s aggressive October hunting style, locating early season buck bedding, mature vs. immature buck bedding, how to hunt tight to the beds, scent control, food source shifts, and many more listener questions. Topics: Greg’s aggressive October hunting style Locating early season buck bedding Mature buck vs. immature buck beds How to hunt tight to buck beds When to go all in vs. being patient Tree selection details Scent control Food source shift in beginning of October Why big tracks matter Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @bowhunting_fiend Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by the CEO of the National Deer Association, Nick Pinizzotto. Nick lives in Pennsylvania and has an extensive background in policy and protecting our hunting heritage. They discuss NDA’s mission, deer hunting educational resources, deer hunter numbers, the biggest threats to deer hunting, why managing for age class is beneficial and much more. Topics: Nick’s background National Deer Association’s mission - https://deerassociation.com/ Deer educational resources Do we have too many deer hunters? 2022 Biggest threats to deer hunting Why managing for age class is beneficial Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @deerassociation Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by his brother and gunsmith, Kurt Martonik. Kurt runs his blog, Kurt the Gunsmith and works for C. Sharps building premium black powder rifles. They discuss stories from their childhood, gunsmithing, learning to hunt antelope, upland bird hunting, 3 bucks in 3 days, killing a free-range bison, lessons learned hunting the west, his gunsmith blog, and more. Topics: How Kurt and I grew up learning to hunt and shoot Gunsmithing Learning to hunt antelope Upland bird hunting and hunting the plains 3 bucks in 3 days Killing a free-range bison with the C. Sharps black powder rifle that he built Lessons learned hunting different species across the west Kurt the Gunsmith blog - https://kurtthegunsmith.com/ Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @kurt_the_gunsmith Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Bill Vanderheyden of Iron Will Outfitters. Iron Will makes high-quality, durable broadheads, knives, and arrow components to help you make ethical shots. They are discussing hunting arrow setups, how to tune your bow for fixed broadheads, single vs. double bevel broadheads, shot placement based on angle, anatomy of deer and elk, blood trailing after the shot, and more! Topics: What’s new with Iron Will Outfitters Hunting arrow setups How to tune your bow for fixed broadheads Single bevel vs. double bevel broadheads Where to aim at a broadside shot Quartering to, quartering away, and frontal shots Anatomy of deer and elk Blood trailing after the shot Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @ironwilloutfitters Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by forester and Pennsylvania hunter Kenny Kane. Beau and Kenny spent the day shooting videos explaining different types of timber cuts and how they benefit deer hunters and capped it off with a podcast. They discuss private lands open to public hunting, hunting leases, restoration forestry, beech trees, favorite browse species for deer, herbicide spraying of logging cuts, how to hunt different ages of cuts, and go through listener questions about top food sources for deer in the big woods, gypsy moths, and more. Topics: Private lands open to public hunting and hunting leases Restoration forestry Beech trees Favorite browse tree species for deer Invasive plant and tree species in Pennsylvania Herbicide spraying of cuts How to hunt 3-8-year-old timber cuts Hunting 30+ year old logging cuts Listener questions Best tree to hunt out of Hemlock blight Gypsy moths #1 food source for deer in the big woods Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @kenjkane Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of the East Meets West Hunt podcast, Beau Martonik is joined by Heather Kelly, founder, and CEO of Heather’s Choice. Alaska-born and raised, top-level collegiate rower, big game hunter, river guide, and athletic nutrition coach, Heather built her company to provide healthy food to fuel our adventures. They discuss what’s new with Heather’s Choice, why nutrition is important to hunters, bad fats vs. good fats, intermittent fasting, handling stress, and more! Topics: What’s new with Heather’s Choice New products and what purpose they serve Why nutrition is essential to hunters Bad fats vs. good fats Fasted cardio and intermittent fasting Handling stress Resources: Instagram: @eastmeetswesthunt @beau.martonik @heatherschoice @heathertheresakelly Facebook: East Meets West Outdoors Website/Apparel/Deals: https://www.eastmeetswesthunt.com/ YouTube: Beau Martonik - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQJon93sYfu9HUMKpCMps3w Amazon Influencer Page https://www.amazon.com/shop/beau.martonik Partners and Exclusive Deals: Spartan Forge - Check out the Spartan Forge app for deer movement predictions based on millions of data points for your area, as well as incredible GPS mapping! Save 20% with coupon code eastmeetswest GoWild - is a free social community built by hunters, for hunters. Use the code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off of all hunting gear on the website (including Tethrd Saddle hunting equipment). Maven Optics - Top-quality binoculars, spotting scopes and rifle scopes for your hunts from east to west. Use the code eastmeetswest-gift to get a free gift with your next order! Elk Crossing Getaway in the PA Wilds - You can rent out my personal AirBNB property in the heart of the PA Wilds as a hunting camp, watch the elk with your family, go hiking, fishing, and anything else outdoor-related. Send us a message on AirBNB and say you heard about it on the podcast to save 10%. TETHRD - Tethrd builds the highest quality, lightweight, and innovative saddle hunting gear on the planet. Use the coupon code EASTMEETSWEST to save 10% off Tethrd saddle hunting gear in the GoWild App Gear Shop. SITKA GEAR - Use this link to help support the podcast and build your own performance hunting apparel system. Exodus Trail Cameras- Save 10% off Exodus trail cameras and gear by clicking on the link. Code automatically applied at checkout Seek Outside - Save 5% off the American-made, lightweight tents and outdoor gear by using the code eastmeetswest Big Truck Farms - They embrace the mindset of hard work and the outdoor lifestyle on the farm with an “Earn a Beer” mentality. They support and host archery shoots, donate to veterans, and make damn good beer. Visit “The Farmhouse” in Parkton, Maryland. Heather's Choice - Healthy, great-tasting, dehydrated meals for the backcountry. Use code eastmeetswest to get free shipping. Garmin - From lifesaving devices to smartwatches, and range-finding bow sights, Garmin builds products to help you on the hunt. Treeline Academy - Save 20% off the Elk E-Scouting Masterclass with code EASTMEETSWEST The Elk Collective - Save $15 off the Elk Hunting virtual course to become a better elk hunter with code EASTMEETSWEST MTN OPS - is the leader in providing science-based supplements to help you train inside and conquer more outside. Use the code BEAUFREESHIP for free shipping on all orders. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices